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Renault Clio

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T278 RCFMOT history

T278 RCF is a blue petrol Renault Clio first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
146,957 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 RCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Clio
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 RCF was last recorded at 146,957 miles on 21 Jun 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2007: 70,191 miles, lower than 631,181 miles on 31 May 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,953 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,957 miles
  • 2024 – 142,402 miles
  • 2023 – 138,973 miles
  • 2022 – 136,273 miles
  • 2021 – 130,916 miles
  • 2020 – 127,054 miles
  • 2019 – 126,508 miles
  • 2018 – 126,142 miles
  • 2017 – 125,153 miles
  • 2016 – 124,086 miles
  • 2015 – 123,552 miles
  • 2014 – 120,243 miles
  • 2013 – 111,564 miles
  • 2012 – 101,601 miles
  • 2011 – 92,441 miles
  • 2010 – 85,043 miles
  • 2009 – 80,010 miles
  • 2008 – 75,639 miles
  • 2007 – 70,191 miles
  • 2006 – 631,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,957 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,957 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    146,957 miles
    Test number
    932993260948
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail146,953 miles (+4,551)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,953 miles
    Test number
    235872205369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass142,402 miles (+3,429)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,402 miles
    Test number
    147744657504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass138,973 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,973 miles
    Test number
    364528684556
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail138,961 miles (+2,688)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,961 miles
    Test number
    759493736915
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass136,273 miles (+11)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    136,273 miles
    Test number
    718132659163
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear wing

  7. Fail136,262 miles (+5,346)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,262 miles
    Test number
    486483352254
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear wing

  8. Pass130,916 miles (+3,862)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    130,916 miles
    Test number
    169355983627
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear wing
    • AdvisoryStone chip on screen

  9. Pass127,054 miles (+546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,054 miles
    Test number
    909899520054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  10. Pass126,508 miles (+366)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,508 miles
    Test number
    522134889019
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass126,142 miles (+989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    126,142 miles
    Test number
    782118507177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass125,153 miles (+1,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,153 miles
    Test number
    678966465809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass124,086 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    124,086 miles
    Test number
    696393718686
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  14. Fail124,084 miles (+532)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,084 miles
    Test number
    678720424312
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  15. Pass123,552 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,552 miles
    Test number
    405825365091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail123,552 miles (+3,309)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,552 miles
    Test number
    187844865436
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail120,243 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,243 miles
    Test number
    605572254066
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront tie rods have slight play

  18. Pass120,243 miles (+8,679)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    120,243 miles
    Test number
    855342754038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront tie rods have slight play

  19. Pass111,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,564 miles
    Test number
    786063673035
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail111,564 miles (+9,963)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,564 miles
    Test number
    456442173031
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass101,601 miles (+9,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,601 miles
    Test number
    996600682077
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass92,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    92,441 miles
    Test number
    186313351111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail92,441 miles (+7,398)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,441 miles
    Test number
    298683251464
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass85,043 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,043 miles
    Test number
    390140540169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,010 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    773788149167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly perished
    • NoteVarious small stone chips in windscreen

  26. Fail80,009 miles (+4,370)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    361435639109
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly perished
    • NoteVarious small stone chips in windscreen

  27. Pass75,639 miles (+5,448)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,639 miles
    Test number
    282623238471
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition.

  28. Pass70,191 miles (-560,990)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    243322947123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass631,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    631,181 miles
    Test number
    654541556128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 RCF

Does T278 RCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 RCF expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 RCF?
The MOT on T278 RCF expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 RCF done?
T278 RCF was recorded at 146,957 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2025.
Has T278 RCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 RCF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T278 RCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T278 RCF find?
T278 RCF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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